(2 pack) Dynasty Shiitake Dried Black Mushrooms Whole, 1 oz Bag

Shiitake mushrooms, Japan’s most popular mushroom, have a strong, earthy smell and are used fresh or dried in cooking. The Dynasty brand shiitake mushrooms are dried and can be conveniently used for your cooking needs. When the mushrooms are dried, their guanylate content increases, while the drying process allows concentration and provides glutamate, thus boosting their umami flavor. Fresh shiitake mushrooms are abundant in glutamate. Dried shiitake mushrooms are re-hydrated and mainly used for simmered dishes. The liquid from re-hydrated dried mushrooms is widely used to make dashi. Fresh shiitake mushrooms are widely used for such things as grilled, deep-fried and fried dishes. The Dynasty Shiitake Mushrooms are shelf stable and boast an extended shelf life. They have a nice chewy texture. Please store in a dry and cool place in order to maximize shelf life. Do not expose over a long period of time to direct sunlight. Product of China.